Potato, the root vegetable rich in starch and fiber is the cheapest and most used stable food. Its constituents Vitamin B6, potassium, copper, Vitamin C, manganese and Vitamin B3 helps to maintain good health.

Fortunately potatoes are available throughout the year around world. This unique tuber has variety of phytonutrients with anti-oxidant properties. It is generally known as Aaloo, Batata in India. Its botanical name is Solanum Tuberosum.

Potato has lots of surprising health benefits some of them are mentioned below: -

(a.) Cellular-level enhancement - Potatoes have high concentration of B6. Vitamin B6 plays significant role in proteins chemical reactions to form new cells in the human body. It too, enhances brain cells and nervous cells activities.
(b.) Anti-cancer agent - The component quercetin present in potato has anti-cancer properties. It helps to check cancer. The presence of dietary fiber protects from colon cancer.
(c.) Cardiovascular care - Potato is an excellent source of soluble as well as insoluble fiber. It helps to decrease LDL. The presence of Kukoamines lowers blood pressure and flavonoids protect heart.
(d.) Weight gain - As potato is full of carbohydrate, vitamin c and vitamin b-complex. It helps to gain weight.
(e.) Skin beautification - The constituents like Vitamin C, B-complex, potassium and magnesium etc plays vital role in skin care.

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